Associate/Full Professor for Dissemination & Implementation Science

Description

San Diego State University (SDSU), a Carnegie-designated R1 research institution and federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), seeks to hire a tenure-track Professor (Associate or Full Professor rank) with established expertise in Dissemination and Implementation (D&I) Science. Located along the U.S.-Mexico border, SDSU serves one of the most culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse regions in the nation. The university is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable academic community and seeks candidates whose research and community engagement contribute to improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities. The position is open to candidates across disciplines, with departmental home determined by the candidate's area of expertise. We are particularly interested in dissemination and implementation scientists with a strong record of externally funded research, including support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and a focus on health disparities research. In addition to serving as a faculty member, the candidate will serve as a core member and contributor to the SDSU HealthLINK Center for Transdisciplinary Health Research (SDSU HealthLINK Center). As a National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities funded U54 Center, the SDSU HealthLINK Center aims to promote a transdisciplinary approach to health research. For questions, please contact Dr. Elva Arredondo (Search Committee Chair) at earredon@sdsu.edu. Interested applicants can apply at PageUp by October 23, 2026.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of independent funding, a strong publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and a nationally recognized research program. Candidates should have experience developing and sustaining meaningful partnerships with community organizations, health systems, public health agencies, and other community members and investigators to advance the uptake of evidence-based practices and research findings into real-world settings. Candidates should demonstrate a record of effective teaching and mentorship at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as a commitment to service at the department/division, college, and university levels.

Qualifications

Required qualifications by date of application

• Ph.D., M.D., or other terminal degree completed in a relevant discipline (e.g., public health, psychology, social work, human development, family science), with all degree requirements met.

Research and Scholarly Activities

• Evidence of original research and scholarly achievements in the field of dissemination & implementation (D&I) science and demonstrated capacity to develop and grow a rigorous and independent program of D&I research and scholarship focused on health disparities at San Diego State University.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, secure and sustain a strong, independent, and externally fundable research or scholarly program.
• Demonstrated record of interdisciplinary and/or collaborative scholarship.

Teaching and Mentoring

• Ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Record of mentorship, including guiding early career faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and/or community collaborators.

Leadership, Service, and Professional Engagement

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to campus, community, and professional service.
• Demonstrated experience leading initiatives at the department, college, university, medical center, healthcare institution, or professional organization levels.
• Commitment to shared governance, transparency, collegiality, and ethical engagement with all communities.

Intercultural and Community Engagement

• Experience engaging collaboratively with community-based organizations, health care organizations, tribal nations, or other partners.
• Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two (2) or more of the “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria.

Application Instructions

Apply via PageUp by October 23, 2026, providing the following materials: 

• Cover letter (not exceeding 3 pages, single spaced) that summarizes how the applicant meets or will meet required and preferred qualifications, including (a) the applicant's research experience relevant to the position; and (b) the applicant's experience related to SDSU “Building on Inclusive Excellence” criteria
• Mentoring and Teaching Philosophy Statement (not exceeding 2 pages, single spaced)
• Curriculum Vita
• Names and contact information for three references

The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.